Obituary of Eldred Normore

Eldred Normore

November 1, 1945 - July 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that the family of the late Eldred Normore announce his peaceful passing while surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, July 20th, 2025  at the Long Term Care in Forteau at the age of 79 years. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. 

On November 4, 1968, he married the love of his life, Tena. Eldred dedicated much of his life to working at William Normore Ltd., where he was well-known for driving the oil truck from L’Anse au Clair to Red Bay. He earned great respect in the community and was also well known for his love of music, particularly his talent for playing the accordion. His presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories:  his wife Tena; their children: Karen (Chester), Ricky (Tanya), Denise (Terry), and his daughter Selma (Jerry); Grandchildren: Kaitlyn, Jeffrey (Skye), Shelby (Marty), Michael, Jenesta (Dwight), Janine (Brendan) and great grandchildren; Siblings: Levi, Lucy Ann, Sylvia, Eileen (Eben), Lawrence (Emily), Alice (Lloyd), Michael (Shirley), Dorman (Nina), sister-in-law Stella; Special friend: Winston; nieces and nephews as well as many other extended family and friends.. 

Eldred is predeceased by his parents: Michael and Clarissa Normore; parents in law: Enos and Winnifred Yetman, his siblings: Herb, Sophie and Llewelyn

Our dad deeply loved his family and was so proud of each and every one of us. He cherished the simple joys of life, which included spending time at the cabin in Camp Pond, trouting, hunting, salmon fishing, and taking our mom bakeapple picking. You could often find him in his shed, smoking salmon for his many friends, eagerly showcasing the final product.

The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the staff at the long-term care facility in Forteau for their compassionate care.

There is a hymn sing on Tuesday, July 22, at 7:30.  Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 23 at 2pm at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, L'Anse Au Loup. Interment to follow at the L'Anse Au Loup Community cemetery.